# Book I: Dawn explained — Triplanetary

> Chapter companion for Triplanetary by E. E. Smith.

## What happens

The chapter introduces the cosmic conflict between the Arisians and Eddorians, detailing the Arisians' guided evolution of humanity and the hidden manipulation of history. It covers the rise and fall of Atlantis, the Roman Empire under Nero, and the emergence of key human figures like Conway Costigan and Captain Ralph Kinnison, setting the stage for humanity's role in the galactic struggle.

## Themes in this chapter

### Cosmic Conflict Between Good and Evil

The chapter establishes the overarching war between Arisians and Eddorians for control of the universe.

### Hidden Manipulation of History

Both Arisians and Eddorians secretly guide human events, from Atlantis to Rome to modern wars.

## Character check-ins

### Conway Costigan

Introduced as a key human figure in the early stages of the conflict.

### Captain Ralph Kinnison

Mentioned as a pivotal human ancestor in the Arisian plan.

### Gharlane of Eddore

Eddorian agent manipulating human history.

### Enphilistor

Arisian observer and guide of human development.

### Nero

Roman emperor influenced by Eddorian manipulation.

## Key lines

> The Arisians, in their wisdom, had long since perceived that the Eddorians were a menace to the entire cosmos.

The wise Arisians recognized the Eddorians as a universal threat.

_Sets up the primary conflict of the series._

> Atlantis, a civilization of high culture and power, was destroyed by the machinations of the Eddorians.

The advanced civilization of Atlantis fell due to Eddorian plots.

_Illustrates Eddorian manipulation of history._

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